Ryan Ferguson - Only Trying to Help
Reviewed by dolorosa
Ryan Ferguson, who's most likely best know as the vocalist for San Diego indie rock band No Knife, changes it up quite significantly with Only Trying To Help, his debut solo album. Drawing heavily on influences that could easily include The Beach Boys or Matt Pond PA, the album has a warm, summer time feel to it that makes me wish it was beach-going weather again. Standout tracks include the electronically-enhanced "The Imposter," the overwhelmingly Beach Boys-esque "In The Sea," and the somber tune "Must Be Friday Night." [www.fergusong.com]